Q. How many – bonds are present in naphthalene?

A) 4
B) 5
C) 6
D) 7
Explanation

(b)
In a double bond $(\ = \ )\$one$\ \sigma\$and$\$on$e\ \pi$-bond is present while in a single bond $(\ - \ )$ only $\sigma$-bond is present.
The structure of the naphthalene is as
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In naphthalene five double bonds are present, hence $5\pi$ bonds are present in naphthalene.

Dr. Abubacker
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